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The easiest way to book a COVID-19 test in the UAE

With apps and hotlines set up by health authorities, getting tested is no challenge

Published: September 17, 2020 19:39 Huda Tabrez, Living in UAE Editor

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If you are planning to get tested for COVID-19, whether for travel, health reasons or work purposes, it is extremely easy to book an appointment and get your test results. — Need to get an RT-PCR test for COVID-19? Here is how you can book one in the UAE. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Abu Dhabi To get tested in Abu Dhabi, individuals can download the SEHA app or call the Estijaba helpline at 8001717 to book a screening appointment for COVID-19 from anywhere in the UAE. — How to book a test appointment in Abu Dhabi. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Location and time of the screening will be confirmed to you through a text message. The test is free of charge for those suspected to have contracted the virus and for vulnerable groups. — Image Credit:

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Others would be charged Dh250 per person. — Read the announcement by Seha on the reduced prices here: https://gulfnews.com/1.1599732932346 Image Credit: Gulf News

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To get tested in Dubai, you can call the Dubai Health Authority hotline on 800342 or visit www.dubaihealthbooking.com — How to book an appointment for a test in Dubai. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Easiest way to get COVID-19 — Read the announcement made by Dubai reducing the cost of RT-PCR tests here: https://gulfnews.com/1.74207447 Image Credit:

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Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain and Fujairah The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) is the health regulatory authority in these emirates … — How to book an appointment in other emirates. Image Credit: Gulf News

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… and the easiest way to find out the location of the testing centre closest to you is by logging on to the MOHAP app and speaking to a customer care agent, or by calling the MOHAP hotline on 800 11111. — The hotline as well as the app can help you locate the nearest testing centre and inform you of the timings and whether you need to book an appointment. Image Credit: Gulf News

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Depending on the centre, you may need to book an appointment in advance. Many centres, however, accept walk-in appointments. — Image Credit: Gulf News

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The result will be issued within five days and the service is provided free. — While the test is free of cost, the results are issued in five days. Image Credit: Gulf News

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